The Word of Life Bible Institute educates and prepares students to make a difference in their communities and around the world through intensive biblical studies and practical ministry training.
It’s a place where students discover their God-given callings.

The Word of Life Bible Institute is a two-year, non degree granting institution accredited by the Transnational Association of Christian colleges and schools (TRACS) and recognized by most Christian colleges and Universities.

Campus life at the Word of Life Bible Institute is vibrant and full of fun. With tons of opportunities to participate in activities and events each week, students experience meaningful connections with each other and build friendships to last a lifetime.

Each student at The Word of Life Bible Institute participates in outreach-focused ministry, sharing their faith, serving the hurting and giving back to others. It's how we help our students use what they learn in the classroom.

Ministry Options

Use What You Learn and Get Hands-On Ministry Training in One of These Many Ministry Opportunities

Camping Ministries

Summer Camp

The Summer Institute of Camping (SIC) is one of the unique aspects of the Bible Institute training. Supervised counseling and on-the-job training happen through opportunities to work with every age group. This summer program is a perfect end to a year of Bible training. It’s a hands-on class that utilizes the classroom learning to make an impact for Jesus.

Snowcamp

Each weekend during the winter, Word of Life Bible Institute hosts more than 500 teens at our New York campus. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your classroom knowledge as Snowcamp counselors and support staff. Snowcamp counselors are involved in every aspect of the camp, including counseling, programming, and operations.

Creative Arts Ministries

Drama Team

Use the gift of drama to minister in churches, Christian schools, and events. The team practices at least once a week for performances including both short skits and more specialized presentations.

Worship Teams

Students can audition to take part in several different traveling and campus based worship teams. These teams lead worship on campus, during events and even travel for a special Christmas production.

Singing Groups

Audition to join a traveling singing group. Members will be involved with weekend meetings and sing for special events, on traveling ministry teams, and at camp during the summer.

Special Ministries

Sports Teams

We use sports to share the Gospel and show how a Christian can compete for God. Teams include basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Tryouts take place one week before the start of the school year.

Open Air Evangelism

We give you training in street evangelism under the direction of our Open Air Evangelism team. You’ll spend time in urban areas such as New York City or Tampa learning to be a witness and share your faith.

Rescue Mission

The Capital City Rescue Mission located in Albany New York will provide teams with the opportunity to serve through a work project, leading chapel services, and serving guest’s dinner.

Church Ministries

Spanish Ministry

Students on these teams will partner with Spanish youth ministries of New York City. Students will make a ministry trip and will also be required to attend a training session before they leave.

Release Time Classes

Release Time is an established after school ministry in the Schroon Lake Central School. Each week teams will have the opportunity to lead games, songs, teach a lesson, or help children with Scripture memory.

Church Support

Work within the local church ministering to children and teens. Through Word of Life Local Church Ministries, you’ll get hands-on ministry in real church ministries in the area.